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    Kayak/Canoe lift

    I have a 2 person kayak that I need to rig up a way(cheap) for my wife to get it on and off the pier into the water. I was think about one of these lift cranes and some type of sling but wanted to see if anyone had anything they have built/bought for this...
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    Drain Plug

    So.... What do you think is the chance of getting this out without snapping off?? Anybody ever remove one from a 10+ year old engine without difficulty. Got it soaking with PB blaster now.
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    Gimbal Ring

    While putting the outdrive back on the boat today, I snapped off a piece of the plastic pad that is at the bottom of the gimbal ring. Does anyone know if this piece if replaceable? I looked on mecurypartsexpress.com, but it doesn't have a part number for them.
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    +12V output from MCM harness/Fused ACC panel

    Trying to add a second battery to my boat and have a question. The current Accessory fuse panel seems to be connected to a RED/PURPLE wire coming off the harness on the back of the engine. My plan is to separate all house loads and transfer them to a "house" battery. So, I traced this...
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    Bolt threads

    Is there a NPT equivalent for a .500-13 UNC? Trying to rig up something for the Mercruiser drain plugs and need to do some shopping.
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    Gimbal bearing help!!!

    Victory! Victory! Stopped by my local Autozone and picked up the slide hammer. Three whacks later: Naked, cleaned, and ready for the new one:
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    Gimbal bearing help!!!

    So, I thought this would be a piece of cake. Had all the tools lined up, then this.... Should this damn thing be that hard to get out? Now the axle puller is stuck in there. I'm sure it's stuck between the bearing and the dust seal. Is my next move just a big 'ol slide hammer? Worst...
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    I think it's time for a bigger boat...

    EOY party at local marina...
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    Boating the Upper Chesapeake

    Re: Fall Colors Run Re: Fall Colors Run Yes, today turned out really nice. I took a little run up to Middle River w/ the family for lunch. Even let the wife drive home...
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    Fuel shutoff valve

    Anyone see a problem putting a shutoff valve between the tank and the fuel filter? It would make changing the filter and winterizing a lot easier and neater.
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    Life jacket at the dock?

    Re: Life jacket at the dock? I was working on my lift once and took a nice little fall. Was on the front of the boat trying to lower myself down to the bunk and either missed a step or slipped on the bunk. Went flying and hit the bunk full force on my side. Broke a couple ribs and ended up...
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    Gimbal bearing grease substitute

    My local boating store was out of gimbal bearing grease so I need some advice. I want to give the lower unit a squirt while I have it out out the water(thanks Irene). Here's what I have in the garage. Which one should I go with?
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    Boating the Upper Chesapeake

    Re: Boating the Upper Chesapeake If the water gets this high, I'll have bigger issues to deal with than the boat. The Maxum is tucked away on the trailer in the driveway.
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    Got shade!

    Finally got the bimini installed!
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    Deep cycle battery problem

    Ok, so I bought a group 31 deep cycle battery a few months ago that I haven't got around to installing. I throw it on the charger every few weeks to keep it full. I now think I messed it up by charging at too low of a rate when charging. My battery charger(Schumacher XCS15) is coming up with...
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    Big RIBS...(pictures)

    Re: Big RIBS...(pictures) My RIBs: After a 4' fall onto the boat lift cradle.
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    Mercruiser quick drain question

    Just ordered a new tether for the quick drain hose since mine was missing when I bought the boat. Anyone know what the shower curtain ring looking thing is for? To hold the hose up out of the bilge?
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    Replacement serpentine belt

    Does this look like a 57-8638764/Sierra 18-15101? Engine serial is 0M035XXX. Current belt is 57-862086 but I'm finding conflicting info on the part numbers.
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    Repair gelcoat chips

    I know this topic probably has been beat to death, but any suggestions for these keel chips? Do I just Marine-Tex them or should I lay some glass and resin? Not really looking for a perfect cosmetic fix because bottom paint will go back over it. I stripped the paint, chipped away all of the...
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    Rusty Prop

    This is for sale locally. I might pick it up if I can get it for a decent price. Does anyone think the rust spots will polish out?
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